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Information on Whiting, Lake County

Welcome to our dedicated page for Whiting, located in the state of Indiana, Lake County. Here, you will find detailed information about this city, including its geographical location, population data, administrative services, and local resources.

This page provides essential details such as the city hall's contact information, including its address, office hours, and ways to reach out via phone or email, making it easier for you to access city-related services. Additionally, we offer useful insights into key local services, including hospitals, schools, parks, and other points of interest in Whiting, Lake County.

You can also explore up-to-date demographic statistics, learn about the city's history and unique features, and find answers to frequently asked questions regarding services and procedures.


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Whiting City HALL, Lake County

Whiting City Hall's addressWhiting Whiting Municipal Building
1443 119th Street, P.O. Box 591

Whiting, IN 46394
United States
Phone number of Whiting City Hall+1 219-659-7700
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Whiting official website222
Mayor of WhitingSteve Spebar
Lake County, Indiana: Vital Records Whiting vital records
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Common questions about Whiting

What county is Whiting IN in?

Whiting, IN is located in Lake County

Where is Whiting, Indiana ?

Whiting lies in Lake County, part of northwestern Indiana, USA. It is situated along the southern shore of Lake Michigan, just east of the Illinois state line. Whiting is immediately adjacent to the city of Chicago, about 16 miles southeast of downtown Chicago, offering proximity to this major urban center.

What is the cost of living in Whiting IN ?

Whiting building department, IN

If you're planning a construction or renovation project in Whiting, IN, and need to secure the necessary approvals, you'll need to request the appropriate permits. These are available through the city's Building Department, which is responsible for overseeing and ensuring compliance with local building codes and regulations. It's important to get in touch with the department directly to obtain detailed information about the costs and processing times associated with obtaining a permit in this city. This step will help ensure that your project progresses smoothly and adheres to all legal requirements.
If you have inquiries related to construction permits, inspections, code enforcement, or building regulations, we recommend contacting Whiting's town hall or Lake County authorities directly.

Demography of Whiting

Name of Whiting inhabitants (demonym)Not available
DateCurrent valueClassed by Region/Country
Population4 997 inhabitants116 / 4 442
Population density in Whiting1 540,7 pop/sq mi (594,9 pop/km²)

List of Passport Facilities in Whiting, IN

Where to apply for a passport in Whiting, IN? There are 1 passport offices in Whiting, try one of these:
Name Street Phone number
WHITING POST OFFICE1501 119TH ST.2196590593

Top 3 most popular banks in Whiting

There are 4 bank branches in Whiting.
Centier Bank is the most popular bank in Whiting with 1 branch offices, followed by Horizon Bank with 1 branch offices and then JPMorgan Chase Bank, National Association with 1 branch offices.

Find below all bank branches in Whiting:

Bank's name Number of branch offices Service Type
Centier Bank1Full Service Brick and Mortar Office
Horizon Bank1Full Service Brick and Mortar Office
JPMorgan Chase Bank, National Association1Full Service Brick and Mortar Office
Peoples Bank SB1Full Service Brick and Mortar Office

Whiting administrative numbers

Whiting City code1884122
Whiting City postcode46394

Transportation modes in Whiting

Airport
Gary/Chicago International Airport 5.3 miles
Chicago Midway International Airport 16.1 miles
Porter County Regional Airport 28.8 miles

Whiting territory

Whiting area3,24 sq mi (8,40 km²)
Whiting altitude587 Altitude feet
Geographical coordinatesLatitude: 41.6768
Longitude: -87.4765
Latitude: 41° 40' 36'' North
Longitude: 87° 28' 35'' West
Time zone
UTC -6:00 (America/Chicago)
Summer time : UTC -5:00
Winter time : UTC -6:00
Local time
Namesake of Whiting
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Natural parksWhiting isn't part of a natural park

What is Whiting close to?

Nearby cities include: East Chicago, Hammond, Burnham and Calumet City
Merrionette ParkMerrionette Park
HammondNeighbouring townsEast Chicago
HammondEast ChicagoEast Chicago
East Chicago 2.2 milesHammond 3.9 milesBurnham 4.4 miles
Calumet City 6.4 milesDolton 7.1 milesLansing 8.4 miles
South Holland 8.5 milesRiverdale 8.6 milesMunster 9 miles
Highland 9.1 milesPhoenix 9.2 milesCalumet Park 9.4 miles
Thornton 10.2 milesHarvey 10.3 milesDixmoor 10.3 miles
Blue Island 10.7 milesPosen 11.3 milesEast Hazel Crest 11.4 miles
Merrionette Park 11.6 milesLynwood 11.7 milesGlenwood 11.7 miles

Distance between Whiting and other main cities and towns

Los Angeles : 1760 milesHouston : 934 milesPhiladelphia : 656 miles
Phoenix : 1454 milesSan Antonio : 1047 milesSan Diego : 1734 miles
Dallas : 799 milesSan Jose : 1846 milesJacksonville : 849 miles
Indianapolis : 149 miles closestSan Francisco : 1899 milesAustin : 973 miles
Columbus : 263 milesFort Worth : 820 milesCharlotte : 574 miles
Distances are calculated as the crow flies

Schools in Whiting, IN

Elementary schools in Whiting

Benjamin Franklin Elementary School

District of School City Of Hammond
Lowest grade : K, Highest grade : 5
Students : 302

Nathan Hale Elementary School

District of School City Of Whiting
Lowest grade : PK, Highest grade : 5
Students : 493

Middle schools in Whiting

Whiting Middle School

District of School City Of Whiting
Lowest grade : 6, Highest grade : 8
Students : 266

High schools in Whiting

Whiting High School

District of School City Of Whiting
Lowest grade : 9, Highest grade : 12
Students : 434

Alternative schools in Whiting

George Rogers Clark Md/High School

District of School City Of Hammond
Lowest grade : 6, Highest grade : 12
Students : 1378

Private schools in Whiting

St John The Baptist Catholic School

Lowest grade : PK, Highest grade : 8
Students : 384